1 (1 lb.) bag small white beans
6 c. water

Bring to a boil. Discard water and add 6 cups water. Bring to boil. Add :

1 tbsp. brown sugar
1/8 tsp. ginger
1/4 tsp. cloves
1/2 tsp. cinnamon
1 can chicken broth
2 lb. cooked ham cut in pieces
Few dashes sherry
Salt and pepper to taste

Simmer 1 1/2 hours or until beans are soft.